Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, meets senior officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to review the country’s campaign in the ongoing African Qualification Race for the 2026 World Cup. Also read: Super Eagles apologize for loss to Benin and promise to qualify for 2026 World Cup In their first three World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho, Zimbabwe and …
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Nwabali will not return next season, Chippa United boss confirms
Nwabali will not return next season, Chippa United boss confirms – Latest sports news in Nigeria Nwabali has attracted interest from several clubs following his outstanding performances for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. The 28-year-old goalkeeper kept 12 clean sheets in all competitions last season with Chippa United. “On physical …
Read More »NNL Super 8: Coach Olumide Ajibola on Beyond Limits NPFL promotion
Coach Olumide Ajibola of Beyond Limits FC shared insights on his remarkable journey to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) in a post-match interview with Sports 247. Reflecting on their achievements, Ajibola highlighted the team’s steady progress from the Under-17 level through various leagues, culminating in their recent promotion. Also read: NNL Super 8: “We are all winners” – Beyond …
Read More »Badminton star Opeyori advances in her Olympic preparation
The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) has organized a special dinner to send off the country’s number one badminton star, Anuoluwapo Opeyori, who will intensify his training in Italy ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Opeyori, a four-time African Championship winner and two-time African Games champion, secured a place at the Paris Games last month, becoming the first Nigerian badminton …
Read More »#NPFLU-17: Abia Warriors’ U-17 Team Holds Rangers To Goalless Draw in NPFL Youth League Clash
In a tightly contested encounter, the U-17 team of Abia Warriors Football Club demonstrated resilience and determination as they held their counterparts from Rangers Football Club to a goalless draw. The match, part of the NPFL U-17 Youth League South East zonal qualifiers, took place at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. Read Also: Hon Daunemigha Commends Major General Gagariga …
Read More »Gernot Rohr: I Want Victory Against Super Eagles
Gernot Rohr: I Want Victory Against Super Eagles – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The crucial match will take place at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Rohr, who managed the Super Eagles from 2016 to 2021 and led them to the 2018 FIFA World Cup, expressed respect for his former team but …
Read More »Super Falcons now among the top teams in the world — Waldrum
Super Falcons now among the top teams in the world — Waldrum – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite being eliminated by England in the round of 16 at …
Read More »Osimhen back on penalty duty for Napoli
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen finally returned to spot kick duty for his club Napoli after almost three weeks. Osimhen started the campaign as Napoli’s first choice penalty taker, but has passed on the responsibility following disagreement with Napoli. The Club’s TikTok account handler mocked and ridiculed the Nigerian forward for missing a penalty against Bologna. Matteo Politano and Piotr …
Read More »Rangers vs Enyimba: A Beautiful Game That Was Made Ugly At The Cathedral…
A beautiful game made ugly … that is the story out of The Cathedral in Enugu (Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium). The fans came into the stadium in their thousands, making the arena full to capacity. Excitement filled the air, with everyone gathered to witness what they believed would be a beautiful game in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). A lot …
Read More »Bafana Star Ready for Super Eagles Challenge
Bafana Star Ready for Super Eagles Challenge – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Williams, on Saturday, sent his side through to the last four at the expense of Cape Verde. The goalkeeper stopped four spot kicks as South Africa edged …
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